Greece weather in March

In March, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 16°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 63 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C warmer than in February, and in April days average 18°C.

It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Greece in March

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Kos17°C12°C15°C63 mm
Rhodes17°C13°C16°C63 mm
Heraklion16°C13°C15°C42 mm
Rethymno16°C13°C15°C46 mm
Chania15°C11°C16°C52 mm
Corfu15°C11°C14°C96 mm
Zakynthos15°C13°C15°C70 mm

Greece weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Greece in March?

In March, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 16°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 63 mm of rain falls during the month. It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach.

What is the sea temperature in Greece in March?

About 15°C on average. The warmest water is in Rhodes (16°C).

Where is it warmest in Greece in March?

The warmest place is Kos (17°C by day), followed by Rhodes (17°C) and Heraklion (16°C).

Does it rain in Greece in March?

On average 63 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.